For some people in New Jersey, filing for bankruptcy is their last chance to relieve themselves from the burden of debt. Filing for bankruptcy can allow you to pay off your debts or get them discharged altogether so that you can start rebuilding your finances. There's...
What New Jersey law says about college expenses after a divorce
In New York and other states, you're responsible for providing for your children until they reach adulthood. This is true even if you are no longer in a romantic relationship with your son or daughter's other parent. In some cases, you might be responsible for paying...
Documents that are helpful during divorce settlement talks
In a divorce settlement, you may be entitled to a share of joint marital assets, alimony and child support payments. However, this may only be true if you can show that you have a valid claim to them. Tax returns, bank statements and other documents may be enough to...
Are second marriages more prone to end?
Couples who marry in New Jersey and other parts of the U.S. probably never think about the possibility of divorce. Unfortunately, 40% to 50% of divorces fail. While many divorced individuals decide to remarry later on, several issues could lead to the dissolution of...
Child immigration, citizenship and naturalization
The Immigration and Nationality Act provides two definitions for a child. One definition is applied during the application and issuance of a visa. The other definition applies during naturalization and citizenship. These definitions are different since a stepchild is...
